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The Vermont Brewers Festival is almost here. Whether you’re driving across town or across New England, here’s everything you need to make the most of Brewfest weekend.
What’s Happening in Town?
Hello Burlington
Our friends at Hello Burlington are an incredible resource for guiding you through everything Burlington, VT!
Check out this article on 24 hours in Burlington, explore restaurants, check out their event calendar!
Brewfest Pre/Post Party @ Ski the East x J Skis HQ | Friday, July 17
A(pre)s Party at the Ski the East x J Skis HQ on Friday, July 17th from 2:00pm – 9:00pm at 247 Main Street! Giveaways, music, games & more! Free pizza (first come, first serve) & Long Trail beer can specials for $5!
South End Get Down | Friday, July 17
Free event every Friday night of the summer (May 15th – September 11th) from 5:00pm to 9:00pm at 377 Pine Street in Burlington, VT! 18+ food vendors, 2 bars, live DJs, family & dog friendly.
Burlington Farmers Market | Saturday, July 18
Every Saturday May 9 – October 31 from 9:00am to 2:00pm at 345 Pine Street in Burlington, VT! Join in on the fun of a marketplace of speciality food producers, and artisan crafts. Make sure to go hungry 😉
Main Street Block Party | Friday, July 17 & Saturday, July 18
Main Street construction is complete, and it’s time to party! Come out for the Main Street Block Party, a two-day community-wide celebration on Friday, July 17, from 1-7:30 pm and Saturday, July 18, from 11 am-9 pm. The beautiful new sidewalks will be filled with live music, family-friendly activities, local business pop-ups, public art tours, and opportunities to explore Burlington’s revitalized Main Street in a whole new way.
The celebration concludes Saturday evening in City Hall Park with a free Twilight Series concert featuring High Summer at 6 PM and The Moondogs at 7:30 PM.
Join your neighbors, friends, and visitors in celebrating this exciting new chapter for downtown Burlington!
Soda Plant Sundays | Sunday, July 19
Come explore the Soda Plant and enjoy local artists, crafters, vintage, coffee and food plus free live music. All are welcome! 10am – 2pm.
Lake Monsters Special Olympics Night | Sunday, July 19
A night of community, inclusion, and celebration. Special Olympics Night returns to Delta Dental Diamond at Centennial Field as we come together to recognize and support Special Olympics athletes and their families. It’s an evening built around connection, positivity, and celebrating what makes our community strong.
The first 1,000 fans will receive a basketball jersey giveaway, courtesy of Community Bank.
Join us for a meaningful summer night at the ballpark.
Brewery Trails
Visit one of our member breweries! Follow a trail or create your own! The fun is yours! Don’t forget to submit your stamp in your VBA passport!
Take the Brewery Challenge
Sign up for the Vermont Brewers Association Brewery Challenge! Discover Beer Worth Finding®, submit your stamp in the app, redeem for VBA merch!
Getting Here: Travel Tips for Canadian Visitors
Vermont stands for inclusion for all, the freedom to take life at your own pace, and the warmth of community. The connection between Canada and Vermont feels challenged right now, but whenever your plans include Vermont, we’ll be here.
The team at Vermont Department of Tourism at Marketing have put together an incredible Guide to
Crossing the U.S./Canada Border.
If you’re planning to visit the U.S. from Canada and cross into Vermont, here are some ways to be travel-ready. It’s a good idea to have a plan you’re able to clearly share with border control officials about the purpose of your visit, including what you’ll be doing and where you’ll be staying. Throughout their page, find information on exchange rates, travel documentation needed, and more.
Getting Here: Parking
We encourage all guests to plan ahead for a safe and enjoyable experience. As this is a beer tasting event, we strongly recommend walking, biking, using a rideshare service (Uber/Lyft), or designating a sober driver. If you do plan to drive, please drink responsibly and plan for a safe ride home.
Parking Options
Limited parking is available near Waterfront Park, including public meters on Lake Street and the following downtown Burlington garages, all within walking distance:
- Downtown Garage (College Street) – entrances on College St, Cherry St, and Battery St
- Marketplace Garage – entrances on Cherry St and Bank St
- Additional waterfront parking may be available at nearby public lots such as Pease Lot and Perkins Pier.
Getting Here: Walking & Biking
Walking or biking to the Vermont Brewers Festival? Head to Waterfront Park near the boat launch, across from Foam Brewers, where the festival entrance is located.
Follow posted event signage along the waterfront to guide you to the entrance and bike parking area. Please plan ahead and enjoy the festival responsibly.
